‘Task’ Review: Mark Ruffalo and Tom Pelphrey’s Kindhearted HBO Crime Drama Will Bring You to Tears

‘Task’ Review: Mark Ruffalo and Tom Pelphrey’s Kindhearted HBO Crime Drama Will Bring You to Tears

Late one night, Robbie (Tom Pelphrey) is out with his friends, laughing. There’s an anxious tremor echoing through the car — Cliff (Raúl Castillo), sitting shotgun, can’t hide his nerves — but it only elicits more chuckles from the driver, who’s all but perfected the practice of self-serenity. His chosen music carries a soothing pulse and leisurely lyrics, and when Peach Boy (Owen Teague) questions the vibe, Robbie calmly explains, “Transportati…

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